Posts tagged police corruption

An illustration depicting a fire at the entrance of a building in Superior, Wisconsin, with police officers responding.

Superior, WI: The Netflix True Crime Series Just Waiting to Happen

in City Council Superior Wisconsin City Hall City of Superior Police Department on June 2, 2025 June 4, 2025

In Superior, Wisconsin, Mayor Jim Paine’s plan to hire a consultant for the troubled police department raises concerns, as the community seeks true accountability and reform over reputation management.

A somber, detailed image captures a courtroom scene in a small, dimly lit municipal building. Officer Kirk Michael Babic, middle-aged with a tired expression, stands at the defendant’s table, facing charges of felony theft. He is dressed in a formal civilian outfit, contrasting with the presence of uniformed officers observing the proceedings from behind. The courtroom is modest, with a wood-paneled interior and an air of subdued tension. At the prosecutor’s table sits District Attorney Kelly J. McKnight, his expression determined as he holds a file with evidence against Babic. In the background, a few citizens look on, their faces a mix of disappointment and curiosity. The atmosphere conveys the weight of repeated corruption scandals, as shadows and low lighting highlight the gravity of the proceedings and the tarnished reputation of local government.

Superior Police Officer Accused of Felony Theft: A Deepening Crisis of Corruption in Law Enforcement

in City Hall City of Superior District Attorney Douglas County Police Department on November 10, 2011 June 12, 2025

A veteran Superior Police officer faces felony theft charges, accused of misappropriating $11,000 from a fitness fund, amidst ongoing local corruption issues.